Location:

Kabul, Afghanistan
Salary:

$170,000 - $205,000 / YEAR
Job type:

FULL_TIME
Posted:

3 months ago
Category:

Procurement
Deadline:

15/09/2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

BACKGROUND:

Background Information: UNOPS

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners” peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.

UNOPS Afghanistan

With more than 20 years of experience in the country, UNOPS Afghanistan focuses on providing maximum support to the people of Afghanistan through the delivery of projects and services that improve the lives of people in need. The UNOPS Afghanistan Country Office (AFCO) serves as an organizational mechanism to deliver a range of projects for which UNOPS has been designated as the implementation agency. UNOPS AFCO activities currently cover a range of sectors, including humanitarian, basic human needs, cash for work, infrastructure, development, procurement and HR services.

The functional objective of UNOPS AFCO is to contribute to improving the lives of girls, boys, men and women living in Afghanistan. The aim of UNOPS AFCO is to provide efficient and cost-effective implementation services on behalf of all our partners to support the humanitarian response and development of the country. UNOPS AFCO’s mission is to exceed the expectations of all stakeholders in the delivery of AFCO services at all times, in all places, and in all circumstances in order to improve the lives of Afghans in need.

Background Information: UNOPS

Background Information: UNOPSBackground Information: UNOPS

UNOPS AfghanistanUNOPS Afghanistan

The functional objective of UNOPS AFCO is to contribute to improving the lives of girls, boys, me… [truncated] | RESPONSIBILITIES:

Background Information – Job-specific

Background Information – Job-specific Background Information – Job-specific

Under the direct supervision of the procurement officer and under the guidance f…

Under the direct supervision of the procurement officer and under the guidance from the procurement manager, the Procurement Senior Associate ensures the provision of efficient and timely support services in procurement and contract administration to the different programmers in a relevant geographical area. He/she promotes a client-focused, quality and results- oriented approach and provides support to procurement personnel. In the discharge of her/his duties, the Procurement Senior Associate works with minimal supervision and liaises with UNOPS programme support colleagues and technical experts, in order to ensure the best quality of service.

Summary of key results:

Transactional Procurement Support services
Procurement planning and systems
Requisitions/procurement and sourcing
Bidding and tendering
Contract administration
Personnel Management
Knowledge building and knowledge sharing

1.Transactional Procurement Support services

Ensures compliance of transactional procurement activities with UNOPS rules, regulations, policies and strategies, including undertaking the following

Execution of necessary steps to embed sustainability in the procurement process.

Complete submissions to the Contract and Property Committees (CPCs).
Complete documentation for preparation/processing of Purchase Orders, Contracts, LTAs or their Amendments.
Conduct routine market research to determine sources of supplies, using United Nations Global Market Place, and other external sources;
Set-up/enhancement and maintenance of the local supplier database, ensuring regular update of data.
Maintain and update information databases, all procurement files and records.
Generate status reports as required.

2. Procurement planning and systems

Ensures team/personnel provision of support to procurement planning and systems, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Collaborate with projects personnel and Managers in the preparation of their procurement plan.
Support and implement procurement management system in respect of planning, awarding, administering and monitoring of all matters related to procurement for the given geographical area / project activity.
Maintain and update the procurement monitoring processes for projects and provision of feedback on purchase orders to requesting office;
Maintain constant liaison with vendors and consignee until safe delivery of goods is achieved

3. Requisitions/procurement and sourcing

Supervises the office’s or team’s requisitions/procurement and sourcing support processes, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Support the requesting entities on modes for providing goods, works and services, including procurement deadlines for each stage;
Review of requisitions for completeness;
Support in preparation of proper and complete specification for equipment and materials, Terms Of Reference and Statement of Works for the preparation of RFP, ITB and RFP, ensuring clearance/approval by respective units of the requests

Drafting of letters, memoranda, faxes, email, etc.; monitoring of progress and liaison with vendors during the entire procurement cycle; investigation and resolution of post-order problems and o… [truncated] | REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education/Experience/Language requirements Education/Experience/Language requirements

Qualifications and Experience a. Education First University Degree …

Qualifications and Experience

a. Education

First University Degree in Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management, Law, Commerce, Business Administration, or

related areas is required. Relevant certification in procurement and supply chain management (CIPS level 3 or similar) is desirable but not required.

b. Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in providing procurement support services in national and/or international public or corporate organizations.

Supervisory experience of personnel in procurement support services.

Experience in working with a range of stakeholders in developing countries.

Some experience in UN system organizations is desirable.

Proficiency in computers and office software packages (MS Office) and experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.

Experience in use of Enterprise systems including One UNOPS is desirable.

c. Languages

Full working knowledge of English is required. Knowledge of another official UNOPS language is an asset.

Qualifications and Experience

a. Education

First University Degree in Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management, Law, Commerce, Business Administration, or

related areas is required. Relevant certification in procurement and supply chain management (CIPS level 3 or similar) is desirable but not required.

b. Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in providing procurement support services in national and/or international public or corporate organizations.

Supervisory experience of personnel in procurement support services.

Experience in working with a range of stakeholders in developing countries.

Some experience in UN system organizations is desirable.

Proficiency in computers and office software packages (MS Office) and experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.

Experience in use of Enterprise systems including One UNOPS is desirable.

c. Languages

Full working knowledge of English is required. Knowledge of another official UNOPS language is an asset.

Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and Experience

a. Education a. Education

First University Degree in Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management, Law, Commerce, Business Administration, or

related areas is required. Relevant certification in procurement and supply chain management (CIPS level 3 or similar) is desirable but not required.

b. Work Experience

b. Work Experience b. Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in providing procurement support services in national and/or international public or corporate organizations.

Supervisory experience of personnel in procurement support services.

Experience in working with a range of stakeholders in developing countries.

Some experience in UN system organizations is desi… [truncated] | COMPETENCIES:

Competencies

Competencies Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc…

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type, level and duration Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: ICA Contract level: Local ICA-7 Contract duration:&nbs…

Contract type: ICA
Contract level: Local ICA-7
Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Contract type: ICA
Contract level: Local ICA-7
Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Contract type: ICA
Contract level: Local ICA-7
Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

Contract type: ICA
Contract level: Local ICA-7
Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspxhttps://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx